How far is Riverside from New Orleans?

The distance between the two cities is 1619 miles (2611 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to New Orleans?

Most of the buses traveling from Riverside to New Orleans leave from Riverside Bus Station and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?

Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans Museum Of Art (NOMA), Audubon Aquarium Of The Americas, Louisiana Children's Museum and The National WWII Museum.

Bus Riverside to New Orleans from $242 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Riverside to New Orleans on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	UC Riverside	1d 21h	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 1h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	UC Riverside	2d 1h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:05am	UC Riverside	1d 19h	7:25am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	UC Riverside	1d 21h	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $242, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1603 milesDistance

65kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$242 - $293	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$418 - $418	Average Duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 237kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,591 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,350 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and New Orleans?

Stops in Riverside

A - Riverside Bus Station

B - Commerce St

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to New Orleans by bus

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